Myanmar authorities have demolished 217 structures tied to online fraud and gambling operations in the Myawady-Maethawtalay region, with 11 buildings destroyed on a single day. The crackdown extends to Shwe Kokko, where security forces have apprehended 1,746 foreign nationals since mid-November for illegal entry and cyber-related crimes. Detainees represent diverse nationalities spanning Asia, Africa, and beyond, with Chinese and Indian citizens forming the largest groups among those arrested.
Officials confiscated nearly 3,000 computers, over 21,000 mobile phones, and satellite equipment during raids. Authorities are processing deportations for those detained, having already returned nearly 10,000 individuals to their home countries through Thailand since late January. Myanmar's government frames the campaign as essential to national security, pledging continued cooperation with regional partners to eliminate cross-border criminal networks operating within its territory.
Officials confiscated nearly 3,000 computers, over 21,000 mobile phones, and satellite equipment during raids. Authorities are processing deportations for those detained, having already returned nearly 10,000 individuals to their home countries through Thailand since late January. Myanmar's government frames the campaign as essential to national security, pledging continued cooperation with regional partners to eliminate cross-border criminal networks operating within its territory.
